Non-indigenous
- Pronunciation
- /non-in-dih-JEN-us/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Non-indigenous
- Plural
- Non-indigenous
Definition
Not native to a particular geographic area.
Etymology
From Latin 'non' meaning 'not' and 'indigenous', meaning 'native'.
Example
The introduction of non-indigenous species can disrupt local ecosystems.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Non-indigenous species are often referred to as invasive or alien species when they cause harm to the native ecosystem.